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Water temperature in Mombasa

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Mombasa. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Mombasa now

83.3

°F

May 18, 22:25

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

82.8°F

Tomorrow:

83.3°F

Sunrise:

06:20

Sunset:

18:16

Day Length:

11 h. 56 min.

Mombasa in May

Minimum:

80.6°F

Average:

82.7°F

Maximum:

84.3°F

Sea water temperature in Mombasa today

As of now, in Mombasa, the water temperature is 83.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 1.1°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.9°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 81.1°F on 2021.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 83.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Mombasa

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 4 83.9°F 82.8°F 83.4°F
May 5 83.4°F 83.0°F 83.2°F
May 6 83.2°F 83.1°F 83.0°F
May 7 83.2°F 83.2°F 82.8°F
May 8 82.9°F 82.7°F 82.7°F
May 9 82.8°F 82.7°F 82.5°F
May 10 82.6°F 82.3°F 82.4°F
May 11 82.6°F 82.6°F 82.4°F
May 12 82.7°F 82.5°F 82.5°F
May 13 82.6°F 82.9°F 82.3°F
May 14 82.5°F 82.4°F 82.3°F
May 15 82.8°F 83.3°F 82.4°F
May 16 82.9°F 83.3°F 82.3°F
May 17 82.8°F 83.4°F 82.4°F
May 18 83.3°F 82.9°F 82.2°F
May 19 83.3°F 83.1°F 82.2°F
May 20 83.2°F 83.1°F 82.1°F
May 21 83.1°F 83.3°F 82.0°F
May 22 83.0°F 83.3°F 81.9°F
May 23 83.0°F 83.6°F 81.9°F
May 24 83.0°F 83.3°F 81.9°F
May 25 83.0°F 83.1°F 81.9°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Mombasa by month

In Mombasa, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in Mombasa was recorded on March 18, 2024, reaching a 87.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 15, 2022, dipping to 76.5°F. The average readings by season are 82.3°F in Winter, 83.6°F in Spring, 79.0°F in Summer, and 80.1°F in Autumn.